# Event Details - **Event Name**: The Storyteller's Body: Extended Course w/ Inés Álvarez Villa & TBC Improv - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 01 Apr, 2026 at 06:30 pm – Wed, 01 Apr, 2026 at 08:30 pm - **Event Description**: A 6-session (2 hours per session) course for anyone wanting to improve confidence in front of an audience.About this EventThe Storyteller’s BodyA 6-Session Course with Inés Álvarez VillaThis 6-session course explores storytelling from the inside out — beginning in the body, travelling through emotion, and arriving at the words that carry it all.The Storyteller’s Body is for storytellers and anyone who would like to gain confidence speaking in front of an audience. Whether you are a performer, teacher, speaker, or simply someone who loves stories, this workshop offers a solid foundation in the craft.Together, we will explore:Body awareness, presence, and emotional connection as the foundation of storytellingOvercoming nervousness and building confidence in front of an audienceDiscovering and developing your unique voice as a storytellerThe elements of story and how they work togetherChoosing stories that feel right for you and your audienceUsing words, silence, rhythm, and pacing to hold attentionBuilding a genuine, felt connection with your listenersWhen you stand in front of an audience, your body language often speaks louder than your words. Learning to use non-verbal communication with intention will help you engage your audience and keep their full attention.In this extended format, we go further — exploring how stories are built and why they work, and how to use movement, language, rhythm, and emotion to stir something deep in those listening.Drawing from her background as a former ballet dancer and her work as a professional storyteller, Inés offers a warm, playful and deeply supportive space. Sessions include music, games, practical exercises, and plenty of opportunity to practise and receive generous, constructive feedback.No experience needed — just curiosity and a willingness to play.To ensure personal attention, this workshop is limited to 12 participants. Book early to secure your space and access the Early Bird discount.? How to Show UpArrive early: please plan to arrive 10–15 minutes before class so we can start and end on time.Dress comfortably: wear movement-friendly clothes and shoes — we will be standing and moving throughout the space.Bring water: a reusable water bottle is encouraged.?️ PrerequisitesNo previous storytelling or performance experience required.Ages 18 and up.?‍? About Inés Álvarez Villa (she/her)Inés Álvarez Villa is a storyteller, writer and performer based in Edinburgh. Born in northern Spain, she trained in the craft of storytelling at the Scottish Storytelling Centre and is a member of the Scottish Storytelling Forum.Drawing from her background as a former ballet dancer and her ongoing work as a performer, Inés brings a holistic approach to storytelling — one that integrates body, emotion and voice into a single, embodied practice.She has performed at the Scottish International Storytelling Festival (2023, 2024, 2025), WayWord Festival (Aberdeen), Edinburgh Horror Festival (multiple years), Edinburgh TRADFEST 2025, and international festivals in Galicia (Spain) and Listowel (Ireland). Her shows are known for vivid imagery, compelling writing, physical expressiveness, and deeply immersive atmosphere.As a teacher, Inés places safety and wellbeing at the heart of her work. She creates warm, non-judgmental and playful spaces where participants feel supported, encouraged, and genuinely cared for.? What Past Participants Say“I would really recommend Inés as a teacher. She is generous and knowledgeable.”“Amazing support in learning the ways to connect with others through stories and learning how to listen better.”“A lovely workshop, full of excellent tips on the tricks of the storytelling trade. Inés is a very warm person and an excellent workshop leader.”“Inés’ enthusiastic delivery of her distilled knowledge and experience in dance and story provided a fascinating look into the energy and mechanics of effective performance… Classes were welcoming, fun, valuable and recommended!”“Highly recommended.”? Offered in Collaboration with – An Edinburgh-based improvisational theatre company and training academy, part of a global network spanning Hong Kong and Barcelona. From their resident studio at Summerhall, they produce high-energy performances, a wide range of curriculum and perfromative training and corporate programmes and teambuilding. – A socially inclusive and culturally diverse community interest company based in Edinburgh. Through music, drama and performance, they support individuals in building self-esteem and confidence, particularly those experiencing social isolation or life challenges, fostering growth on both practical and emotional levels.Price:Earlybird £95 (use code EARLYBIRD at checkout) / Regular: £105Earlybird discount until 16 MarchSpaces are limited to 12 participants — booking early is strongly recommended.We may email you about future events after purchase. Unsubscribe anytime. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/edinburgh/the-storytellers-body-extended-course-w-inés-Álvarez-villa-and-tbc-improv/100001984286287702 - **Event Categories**: workshops, storytelling, art, performances, festivals, entertainment, theatre, literary-art, business, fine-arts - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket URL**: https://consumer.pxf.io/c/1339408/3151484/39691?partnerpropertyid=1191892&MediaPartnerPropertyId=1191892&svlink=14105511&level=1&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2Fthe-storytellers-body-extended-course-w-ines-alvarez-villa-tbc-improv-tickets-1984286287702 - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 112.64, max: 112.64, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Edinburgh - **state**: SC - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Summerhall - **lat**: 55.9398941 - **long**: -3.1816253 - **full address**: Summerhall, TBC UK Studio, Edinburgh, United Kingdom ## Event Organizer details - **affiliate_id**: 10 - **organizer**: TBC Improv (https://allevents.in/org/tbc-improv/22469593) ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: banner - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/4fb48ca37ab7ac8f48762b2defd4e4eb9100bc2da0c8abafd05995ec60808a52-rimg-w1200-h600-dc010101-gmir.jpg?v=1772796927 - **Alt text**: thumbnail - **Image URL**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=The+Storyteller%27s+Body%3A+Extended+Course+w%2F+In%C3%A9s+%C3%81lvarez+Villa+%26+TBC+Improv&date=01+Apr ## FAQs - **Q**: When is the event happening? - **A:** Wed, 01 Apr, 2026 at 06:30 pm - **Q**: Where is the event happening? - **A:** Summerhall, TBC UK Studio, Edinburgh, United Kingdom - **Q**: What is the ticket price? - **A:** starting from 112.64 up to 112.64 GBP - **Q**: Who is organizing the event? - **A:** TBC Improv - **Q**: What type of event is this? - **A:** workshops, storytelling, art, performances, festivals, entertainment, theatre, literary-art, business, fine-arts - **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about The Storyteller's Body: Extended Course w/ Inés Álvarez Villa & TBC Improv ? - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "The Storyteller's Body: Extended Course w/ Inés Álvarez Villa & TBC Improv", "image": "https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/4fb48ca37ab7ac8f48762b2defd4e4eb9100bc2da0c8abafd05995ec60808a52-rimg-w1200-h600-dc010101-gmir.jpg?v=1772796927", "startDate": "2026-04-01", "endDate": "2026-04-01", "url": "https://allevents.in/edinburgh/the-storytellers-body-extended-course-w-inés-Álvarez-villa-and-tbc-improv/100001984286287702", "location": { "@type": "Place", "name": "Summerhall", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "TBC UK Studio", "postalCode": "EH9 1PL", "addressLocality": "Edinburgh", "addressRegion": "SC", "addressCountry": "GB" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": "55.9398941", "longitude": "-3.1816253" } }, "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode", "description": "A 6-session (2 hours per session) course for anyone wanting to improve confidence in front of an\naudience.", "offers": [ { "@type": "AggregateOffer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "GBP", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-05", "availabilityEnds": "2026-04-01", "validFrom": "2026-04-05", "lowPrice": "112.64", "highPrice": "112.64", "price": "112.64", "url": "https://allevents.in/edinburgh/the-storytellers-body-extended-course-w-inés-Álvarez-villa-and-tbc-improv/100001984286287702" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "GBP", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-05", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-04-05", "url": "https://allevents.in/edinburgh/the-storytellers-body-extended-course-w-inés-Álvarez-villa-and-tbc-improv/100001984286287702", "price": "112.64", "name": "The Storyteller's Body" } ], "organizer": [ { "@type": "Organization", "name": "TBC Improv", "url": "https://allevents.in/org/tbc-improv/22469593" } ] } ] ```